Safari Lodge
    Mathew's Range Forest Reserve, Kenya
    1,223m
    PlnrScore 27

    Hyrax Camp (Bandas & Campsite)

    Hyrax Camp (Bandas & Campsite) is a hotel near Mathew's Range Forest Reserve.

    Score
    27
    Species
    96

    Location

    Latitude

    1.095576

    Longitude

    37.228440

    Elevation

    1,223m

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    Hyrax Camp (Bandas & Campsite) in Mathew's Range Forest Reserve

    Activities

    hotel

    Nearest Airport

    Ngilai Airstrip

    KE-0176
    10 km away

    Nearest International Airport

    Eldoret International Airport

    EDL
    249 km away

    96

    Total Species

    23

    Mammals

    40

    Birds

    Most Observed Species

    Spotted Hyena
    7 obs
    White-browed Sparrow-Weaver
    5 obs
    Grévy's Zebra
    4 obs
    Vervet Monkey
    4 obs
    African Five-lined Skink
    3 obs
    Northern Red-billed Hornbill
    3 obs
    Black-backed Jackal
    3 obs
    Speckled Pigeon
    2 obs
    White-headed Mousebird
    2 obs
    White-headed Buffalo-Weaver
    2 obs
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    MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
    High27.9°29.2°29.5°28.2°28.1°28.5°27.7°27.6°29.1°29.4°27.1°27.5°
    Low18.1°19°19.4°18.7°18°17.3°17°16.8°17.1°18.3°18°17.6°
    Rain
    41
    19
    39
    102
    64
    15
    42
    37
    29
    44
    75
    27
    Humidity59%54%57%71%67%57%60%60%56%57%71%65%
    Planning & reference

    Buffalo Springs National Reserve

    Adjacent to Samburu and Shaba, this reserve shares similar wildlife, including the 'Samburu Special Five', and is characterized by its springs and doum palm trees. The Ewaso Ng'iro River forms a vital lifeline for its diverse animal populations.

    Kirisa Forest Reserve

    Kirisa Forest Reserve is a protected area in Kenya.

    Kora National Park

    Kora National Park is located in Tana River County, Kenya. The park covers an area of 1,788 km2 (690 sq mi). It is located 125 km (78 mi) east of Mount Kenya. The park was initially gazetted as a nature reserve in 1973. It was gazetted as a national park in 1989, following the murder of George Adamson by poachers.

    Marsabit National Park

    The Marsabit National Park is a national park and nature reserve located at Mount Marsabit in northern Kenya, near the town of Marsabit. It is located 560 km (350 mi) north of Nairobi in Marsabit County in the former Eastern Province and its reserve is noted for its zebra population and bird sanctuary.

    Meru National Park

    A diverse and beautiful park, known for its lush landscapes, rivers, and swamps, which inspired Joy Adamson's 'Born Free'. It's a successful rhino sanctuary and home to the Big Five, along with rare species like Grevy's zebra and lesser kudu.

    Nalowuon Section of Namunyak Conservancy

    A vast community conservancy in northern Kenya, famous for its 'Singing Wells' where Samburu warriors water their cattle, and the rare Reticulated Giraffe. It's also home to elephants, Grevy's zebra, and the unique Sarara Camp.

    Ndoto Forest Reserve

    Ndoto Forest Reserve is a protected area in Kenya.

    Nyiro Forest Reserve

    Nyiro Forest Reserve is a protected area in Kenya.

    Samburu National Reserve

    Known for its unique 'Samburu Special Five' (Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk) found only in northern Kenya. The Ewaso Ng'iro River attracts a high concentration of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and leopards.

    Shaba National Reserve

    Part of the larger Samburu ecosystem, Shaba is a rugged and dramatic landscape of volcanic cones, riverine forests, and the Ewaso Ng'iro River. It's famous as the setting for Joy Adamson's 'Born Free' sequel and offers sightings of the 'Samburu Special Five'.

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    Health & Travel Info

    Important health and safety information for Kenya